New research suggests that cholesterol may not be as unhealthy as previously thought. If so, what will happen to the demand for eggs, a high-cholesterol food?
A) It will decrease because eggs and cholesterol are substitutes.
B) It will increase because of consumers' taste for food that is perceived to be healthier.
C) It will increase since eggs are an inferior good.
D) It will decrease because there will be fewer chickens to lay eggs.

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If cholesterol is perceived by consumers to be less unhealthy, demand for eggs (a food high in cholesterol) may increase due to the perception that they are now healthier.

New Research Suggests That Cholesterol May Not Be as Unhealthy